Blog | CrossFit Jeffries Point

Deloading can get you closer to your next PR

Rest and recovery is as important as getting a good workout in. After the stress of the workout it is time to reset with rest and sound nutrition to allow the body to recover and boost your performance. It is very important to us that you recover to maximize your time at the gym. That is why we are incorporating a Deload week every 13 weeks in our programming. The first is going to be from January 20th to January 24th. What is Deload? Here is a good definition from Alex Cassella, Coach at Athletic Lab. “Deload is a term that suggests a decrease in training volume over a period of time in a training program. This is not the same as just taking a week of training off completely, ....
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Meet the King of the Point for December 2019 - Bob Fiedler

Your King of the Point for December is Bob Fiedler.
Bob has been anathlete all his life! He holds anoutstanding track record as ahammer andweight thrower. Bob is an integral part ofour community. In 2019, he has led the CJP Open Nights - Flex Appeal team, ran the Ragnar CapeCod race and placed 1st at the GetEastieFit Throwdown scaled division. We love seeing week after week his kind, humble and true spirit of an athlete.Thank you fortrusting us and making us a part of your day. Congratulations Bob!
What brought you to East Boston?
We moved to Boston from upstate New York for Shannon's work. East Boston was where we landed and we haven't second guessed that decision ....
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We are Grateful for You!

Dear Athletes, As we look back on 2019, we can’t help but be overwhelmed with gratitude for all of you. I am so proud of all your hard work. I have seen you all progress through movement, new skills and stronger lifts. Thank you for trusting us with your health and fitness. Your coaches and owners appreciate all of you! As a person, I am looking for ways to get better. I love to learn from your experiences through conversations, relationships, books and professional conferences. As a business owner, my heart’s desire is to provide a safe place where you can get fitter and healthier in a loving and supportive environment. CJP has grown and our team has ....
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Topic of the Month - Focus on your Technique

The first and most important component of beginning CrossFit is to follow our charter of mechanics, consistency, and then intensity. Keep reading on our Blog... Mechanics refers to technique—your ability to move properly through our core movements. For us, this means moving yourself and external objects in the most 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 manner possible. As coaches, it is our duty to promote good technique at all costs, being strong doesn’t mean much if you can’t move well. The reason why weightlifting and powerlifting have such low injury rates compared to popular sports like football and soccer is because technique is such ....
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Meet Your Queen Of The Point for November 2019 - Kim Mitkus

Queen of the Point - Kim Mitkus

Our Queen is the lovely, Kim Mitkus! Kim is a hard-working lady that constantly trains with the mid-morning crew. In class, Kim is strategic with her gymnastic movements and loads on the barbell. She always shows up and modifies the workout adequately to accurately hit the stimulus suggested by the coach. Kim has a very strong squat and we often rally around her squats PRs. Even her wall balls are getting stronger even though the 9' mark seems so high for her, LOL. We are so proud and grateful Kim continues to choose CJP as her gym. Keep reading to lear more about her journey... What brought you to East Boston?
My ....
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15 Oct 2019
Meet Your King Of The Point for October 2019

Your King of the Point for August is Andrew Richards
. Andrew is an amazing athlete who has patriotically served our beautiful country. He is strong and knows how to push through workouts. We are proud to say we’ve helped him improve his overall gymnastic strength. Point your toes, Andrew! We just recently celebrated his first ring muscle up. Thank you for always showing up ready to laugh with a strong work ethic and attitude. Let’s get ready for Andrew’s workout! It’s going to be FUN! CONGRATULATIONS! Learn more about King Andrew below: What brought you to East Boston?
I was brought to East Boston because of the T I take to get to school. Also I was looking for a ....
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24 Sep 2019
Register For GetEastieFit Open Nights

2019 GetEastieFit Open Nights The GetEastieFit Open Nights is our innovative way to make the CrossFit Games Open ( click here to learn more about the CrossFit Games Open ) more accessible and more fun for the entire community. We understand that there are many athletes (especially new CrossFiitters) who are tentative about signing up for the Open. In an effort to demystify the Open and encourage you all to participate, we are going to bring the Open to CrossFit Jeffries Point in the form of theGetEastieFit Open Nights. The Open Nights will consist of multiple teams, each of which will be led by one or two captains. The members of these teams will be performing the CrossFit Open ....
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16 Sep 2019
Meet Your Queen of the Point for September 2019

Our Queen is the lovely, Monica Londono
! Monica has been with us for three years! She went from student life to a professional and has kept CJP a constant. Monica placed 2nd in this year’s Throwdown Intermediate division. We couldn’t be more grateful for the many ways she has trusted us. Thank you for always being the best version of you. CJP wouldn’t be the same without you! CONGRATULATIONS Monica!
Learn more about Monica below: What brought you to East Boston?
After trying different places I was looking for a more convenient location near where I currently live. What drew you to CrossFit?
I had a friend who talked me into it. She used to talk to me about ....
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23 Aug 2019
Meet Your King of the Point for August 2019

Our King is the awesome, Jason Modzelewski
! We all know him as JAY! Jay is a fierce, competitive athlete that shows up faithfully 5 times a week! Jay is a 10-time Tough Mudder Competitor, Spartan Race Athlete, Two-time Ragnarian and 2016 2nd Place Rx CJP Throwdown. We can always count on Jay to bring the a fun, strategic, and competitive spirit. We most enjoy when he train with his son and Theresa. Thank you Jay for choosing and trusting CJP with your fitness! CONGRATULATIONS Jay! Learn more about King Jay below:
What brought you to East Boston?
Well, I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. After graduating MIT in 2000, I decided to stay in the Boston area and work in ....
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19 Jul 2019
CJP Nutrition Coaching

CJP Nutrition Coaching – Next Course begins July 31st!
Hi athletes, Our next nutrition coaching program, Macros 101, will begin on July 31st. Through food journaling and tracking you will become aware of how food quality and quantity can affect your fitness goals and energy level. Investigative research and clinical trials have debunked many long held beliefs about what a healthy diet is. Come learn what methods will work best for you to sustain a lifetime of healthy eating. This course is for all athletes; those that are looking to take their training to a competitive level or those that simply want to lose body fat. Please email me to enroll or for more information! ....
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